Tabitha and Tori Smith share more than a last name. These sisters, who both currently work at Akron Children’s, are on a journey to becoming registered nurses (RNs) together. Enrolled at Stark State College, they are set to graduate in 2025. Tori’s desire to become a nurse is deeply personal and stems from her childhood […]
Archives for October 2024
Akron Children’s Career Launch graduate reflects on a year of learning and growth
One year ago, Antoinette Fitzgerald made history as the first associate nursing degree candidate to graduate from Akron Children’s Career Launch program. Today, she reflects on her journey and the strides she’s made since joining the team at Akron Children’s, Boardman. In her current role as a Boardman float nurse, Antoinette enjoys the dynamic nature […]
More Than a Job: Seth Vizzo shares his passion for pediatrics
Medical Assistant Seth Vizzo understands that visiting a doctor’s office can be intimidating for kids. That’s why he works to make it less so for his patients at Akron Children’s Pediatric (ACP) Wooster. His approach emphasizes the importance of being approachable and engaging, which he believes is essential for effective patient care. “Getting the patient […]
Need breastfeeding support? Meet Akron Children’s outpatient lactation consultants
While breastfeeding rates have steadily increased from 2014 to 2021, breastfeeding can still be a challenge for many parents. To help parents navigate their breastfeeding journey, Akron Children’s Breastfeeding Medicine department has outpatient lactation consultants to provide advice and support. If you’re a breastfeeding parent and need support, you can make an appointment with our […]
Akron Children’s expands care with new Montrose urgent care location and walk-in sports injury clinic
Akron Children’s is expanding its health care services in the Montrose area with the relocation of its urgent care to a new, state-of-the-art facility and the launch of a walk-in orthopedic and sports injury clinic. Beginning at noon on October 22, urgent care will be located in the former Golf Galaxy building at 4118 Medina […]
Sports & Leisure committee is a big hit for med-staff wellness
In late August, a group of APPs and physicians across several Akron Children’s departments came together to serve up some fun on the pickleball courts at Akron’s Towpath Tennis Center. The first of its kind, attendees enjoyed food, mingling with peers, pickleball instruction and a chance to show off their newly learned skills in a […]
